Which artificial stone material to choose?

When designing modern interiors, artificial stone materials are a top choice for creating elegant, low-maintenance surfaces. Whether you're planning a kitchen, bathroom, or commercial space, artificial stone countertops offer durability, stain resistance, and a sleek, high-end appearance. These engineered surfaces are non-porous, easy to clean, and come in a nearly limitless range of colors and finishes. They're suitable not only for horizontal applications like countertops, tables, bathtubs, and window sills, but also for vertical surfaces such as walls and furniture facades.

 

Before choosing the best artificial stone material, ask yourself: What will be the purpose of the product? What visual qualities do I want to achieve? Your answers will guide you to the most suitable option—acrylic stone, engineered quartz, ceramic surface or sintered stone.

 

Acrylic Stone: Versatile and Seamless for Bathrooms and Custom Designs

If you're creating a bathroom countertop, acrylic solid surface may be the most practical choice. It allows for seamless integration of sinks, backsplashes, and even side protections—all thermoformed from the same slab. This results in a hygienic, gap-free finish that resists water and grime. Acrylic surfaces can be custom-shaped, with endless possibilities for edges, thickness, and design features like integrated drainage zones.

 

Acrylic stone is also ideal for fabricating elegant receptions, curved furniture, and custom pieces in both residential and commercial environments. Being hygienic and mold resistant, acrylic solid surface is a perfect choice for SPAs, Pools, Hammams and all damp environments where water splashes and vapor is persistent. 

 

Engineered Quartz: Durable and Stylish for Kitchens and Living Spaces

For kitchen countertops, engineered quartz is one of the most popular artificial stone materials. Known for its durability and stylish appearance, quartz surfaces are scratch-resistant, heat-tolerant, and easy to maintain.

 

In addition to kitchens, engineered quartz works well for living room tables, bar tops, window sills, and furniture surfaces. It offers a luxurious look with the practical benefit of long-lasting performance.

 

Sintered Stone: Heat-Resistant and UV-Stable for Indoors and Outdoors

If your project involves extreme temperatures or outdoor exposure, sintered stone is the ideal solution. Unlike acrylic or quartz, sintered stone can withstand very high heat and direct flames—making it perfect for fireplace surround, barbecue zones, or surfaces where hot cookware is placed.

 

Highly durable and UV-resistant, sintered stone does not absorb liquids and never needs sealing. It's an excellent choice for house facades, flooring, stairs, and walls in both indoor and outdoor settings. Thin sintered stone panels are also increasingly used for furniture doors and decorative accessories, giving spaces a clean, minimalist aesthetic.

 

Kitchen countertop from Dekton sintered stone
Kitchen countertop from Dekton sintered stone

Choosing the right artificial stone material depends on your needs and design vision. Acrylic stone excels in flexibility and seamless integration, engineered quartz balances beauty with durability, and sintered stone offers superior performance in harsh conditions. Whatever your project—kitchen, bathroom, living area, or commercial space—there’s an artificial stone material to match both function and style.


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